Sat Nov 16 07:16:44 UTC 2024: ## Dev Deepawali 2023: Millions to Celebrate Festival of Lights on November 15th

**Varanasi, India** – Dev Deepawali, a significant Hindu festival celebrating the victory of Lord Shiva over the demon Tripurasura, will be observed on November 15th. The festival, also known as Tripuri Purnima or Triprari Purnima, commemorates the day Lord Shiva vanquished the demon, prompting celestial beings to illuminate Kashi (Varanasi) with lamps in celebration. This tradition marks the origin of Dev Deepawali.

According to the Panchang (Hindu calendar), the auspicious Pradosh Kaal for Puja (worship) will be from 5:10 PM to 7:47 PM on November 15th, offering a window of 2 hours and 37 minutes for devotees.

Devotees are encouraged to perform a thorough purification ritual, including an early morning bath (ideally in the Ganges River, or with Ganges water added to bathwater), followed by cleaning the temple or designated worship space and offering prayers to Lord Shiva and other deities. Evening prayers to Lord Vishnu and Shiva, along with offerings of fruits, flowers, and milk, are also recommended. Lighting lamps at riverbanks and temples, particularly along the Ganges River, is a central aspect of the festival.

The article highlights several traditions associated with Dev Deepawali, including abstaining from garlic, onion, and tamasic food; avoiding financial transactions; refraining from cutting nails or hair; maintaining cleanliness in the home; and avoiding arguments. Lighting lamps is believed to bring peace and prosperity.

**Disclaimer:** This news article presents information based on religious beliefs. TV9 Bharatavarsh does not independently verify the accuracy of these beliefs.

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